Sous Chef (Part Time)

We’re looking for a reliable, creative, and empathetic Chef to join our team part‑time and oversee meal preparation at our NYC location. This isn’t just a kitchen job – it’s a chance to nourish people in recovery, provide comfort through food, and be a consistent presence in their healing journey. You’ll work closely with the residential staff to plan and prepare delicious, balanced meals for our clients, ensuring they are well‑fed and well‑cared for in our residential settings. Job Responsibilities Meal Planning & Preparation Create and cook nutritious, tasty meals that meet client dietary needs and preferences Maintain a weekly meal schedule and coordinate the timing of meals Prepare lunch and dinner daily, occasionally supporting breakfast or weekend planning Inventory & Ordering Manage grocery orders, kitchen inventory, and supplies Coordinate with vendors and delivery services to maintain stock Monitor food freshness and ensure proper food safety practices Kitchen Management Keep kitchens clean, organized, and compliant with health and safety standards Occasionally support clients in learning basic cooking or kitchen skills as part of their recovery experience Collaborate with house staff to ensure kitchen environments are welcoming and inclusive Team Collaboration Work closely with program director, operations, and support staff to align food service with program needs Adapt meals and schedules as needed for house events, client preferences, or seasonal availability Who You Are A confident, experienced cook or chef with a deep love of nourishing others through food Organized, dependable, and able to manage your time independently Emotionally intelligent and comfortable working in environments that prioritize mental health and healing Why Join Us? Joining our team means being part of something truly revolutionary. We’re on a mission to flip the script on how the world views and treats Substance Use Disorder and Mental Illness. At Release, recovery isn’t about what you give up – it’s all about what you gain. When you join Release Recovery, you’ll be: Working alongside a passionate, mission‑driven team Making a direct impact on individuals on their path to recovery Enjoying a stable and steady full‑time schedule with no late nights Eligible for competitive pay ($30 per hour) Helping create an environment where wellness, dignity, and community come first #J-18808-Ljbffr